Boer War enfield ? I D ?

[Gary D]

sometimes worn markings can look a lot different if you don't know what you're looking for or at. Pictures would be really helpful. (that and we all love pictures)

the most useful markings are on the wrist of the rifle and look something like this...


I would suggest that the number 8159 is the serial number. typical layout as per the above pic. reads as follows.

Cipher (crown)
regent (reigning Monarch VR= Queen Victoria)
Manufacturer (Sparkbrook in the above pic, likely Enfield in your case)
Model (LM-Lee Metford, LE-Lee Enfield, LEC-Lee Enfield Carbine )
Mark (version or configuration in Roman numerals often followed by an * < modern computer software would be version 1.0=mkI, ver1.1=I* ver 2.2=II**, you get the idea>)

crossed flags with numbers are inspection proof marks
up arrows are called the broad arrow which is a mark of acceptance into British military service
WD usually accompanying the broad arrow means War Department

No promises, as it may have been altered, but it's likely .303 British calibre as that is what it was originally. Made in England

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